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Step into a retro journey at Lublin’s Youth Cultural Centre No. 2 (MDK 2). Explore our unique space – the former cloister garden of the Bernardine convent, now a  courtyard between MDK2 and the Vetter School of Economics (so nnamed after the benfactors of our city – the Vetter brothers).

Expect exhibitions, 1930s photography, old games, a captivating performance,
a parade of retro cyclists, vintage motorcycles, and an open-air dance floor where the past meets the present. It’s a night of nostalgia, connection, and celebration — all in one unforgettable place.

We aim to breathe new life into this historical corner, now part of the Old Town just beyond the city walls. By highlighting its beauty and history and commemorating those who lived and worked here, we promise an experience far richer and more fascinating than usual.

Programme Highlights

19.00  | Exhibitions
“Bernardyńska Street” and “The Vetters – Our Patrons”
Discover large-format photographs — bothold and new — capturing scenes from Bernardyńska Street and celebrating the legacy of the Vetter family. These works create a striking sense of interwoven time, revealing the contrasts and continuities between past and present. Through side-by-side comparisons, trace how our environment and community have evolved over the decades.

“Echoes of the Past”
Set in the one-of-a-kind Renaissance Hall, just beyond the entrance stairs, this exhibition presents works inspired by vintage Lublin postcards — many of them true artistic gems. These pieces offer a modern perspective on historic places and events, revealing how the past continues to shape our world and resonate in everyday life. Each work tells a distinct story about the passage of time.

20.00 | Retro Songs of Connection
Enjoy timeless songs from decades past, performed by vocalists from Marian Pędzisz’s classs.

20.30  | Open-Air Photography Exhibition: Opening
Join us for the unveiling of Jan Jaroszyński – Photography from the Early 20th Century, displayed on the courtyard walls of MDK 2.
Curator Grzegorz Sztal will share insights into the life and work of the photographer. Part of the 2nd Eastern Festival of Photography.

20.45 | Arrival of Retro Cyclists
The Lublin Retro Cyclists Association makes their final stop at the MDK 2 courtyard — wrapping up their nostalgic ride with a lively gathering and closing remarks.

 21.00| Dance Show & Retro Dance Party
Step back in time with a livel performance of 1920s and 1930s dances by the Belriguardo Early Dance Ensemble from MDK 2 — then hit the floor yourself at a retro dance party open to everyone!